International Student Exchange

Costs and Payment

All international students who wish to study in the U.S. must demonstrate the ability to afford all education and living expenses by submitting proof of financial ability. Please click on the links below for the required amounts:

Housing Costs

Housing costs are not covered by the TU Partner Exchange agreement. For information on housing options and costs click here. Students who choose to live in university housing must submit a deposit of $350 prior to arrival. The balance of the housing charge will be billed to the student's TU account and must be paid by the payment deadline.*

Please note that the Housing Contract does not include Minimester (winter break between the fall and spring terms) or summer. International students studying at Towson for the full academic year may stay in their room over the winter break for an additional fee.

Meal Plans

All resident students (except those living in Towson Run Apartments) are required to purchase a meal plan. Meals are not covered by the TU Partner Exchange agreement. If required, students will be automatically enrolled in the 10 meals per week plan but may upgrade upon arrival. Meal plan charges will be billed to the student's TU account and must be paid by the payment deadline.* Meal plans are valid during the regular semester only.

Health Insurance Costs

All exchange students will be automatically enrolled in the TU health insurance policy, unless they prove they have comparable health insurance and complete the Health Insurance Waiver process. The TU health insurance fee (approx. $1000) is automatically billed to the TU student’s account each semester they attend TU and must be paid by the payment deadline.

Paying Your Bill

Payment for the fall semester is due in early September and payment for the spring semester is due in early February.
The Towson University Bursar’s Office is responsible for all charges and payments to student accounts. Please visit their website for pricing and payment information.

Students using financial aid (scholarships/loans) from their home country to pay all or part of their TU bill may be eligible for payment deferral until funds become available. Please contact the TU Study Abroad Office for details.